Brewery Profile

Lower Forge Brewery

On Main Street in downtown Medford, the year-round taproom gives Lower Forge Brewery a visible role in the town’s local beer scene. Founded in 2016, it has built its identity around small-batch releases rather than a fixed lineup of widely distributed beers. A visitor walking in should expect the taproom itself to be the center of the experience: a place to check what is currently pouring, ask about recent batches, and see how the brewery connects its drinks to the surrounding South Jersey area. The operation also produces hard seltzers, so the range is not limited to traditional beer styles.

Travelers coming through this part of New Jersey often look for stops that reflect the Pine Barrens and nearby agricultural communities rather than a generic craft-beer template. Lower Forge fits that kind of itinerary through its use of fresh botanicals, local produce, and sustainable ingredients when available. Its recipes frequently draw on relationships with neighboring cranberry producers, local farms, and community hop growers in South Jersey. That does not mean every pour will feature the same ingredient profile, but it does mean the brewery’s small-batch approach is closely tied to what the region can supply. For visitors spending time in Medford, the stop can pair naturally with a walk through the downtown area or with broader travel in the Pine Barrens region.

Practical planning is best kept flexible because the specific tap list changes with small-batch releases. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, including whether hard seltzers are available alongside beer. Lower Forge also hosts community events in its taproom space, so checking the current schedule before arriving can help visitors know whether they are walking into a typical service day or a programmed gathering. Details such as food service, outdoor seating, reservations, package availability, and parking are not specified here, so those should be verified directly with the brewery. One consistent part of the operation is its environmental practice: spent grain is sent to local farms, and fruit scraps are composted, reflecting the same local focus that shapes many of its recipes.

Lower Forge Brewery operates a year-round facility located on Main Street in downtown Medford, New Jersey, establishing a presence in the local community since its founding in 2016. The brewery specializes in small-batch releases of craft beer and hard seltzers, often incorporating ingredients sourced from the surrounding Pine Barrens region. Recipes frequently utilize fresh botanicals, local produce, and sustainable ingredients, reflecting partnerships with neighboring cranberry producers, local farms, and community hop growers in South Jersey. Lower Forge emphasizes environmental practices, including sending 100% of spent grain to local farms and composting fruit scraps. The operation has been serving the downtown Medford area for nine years, focusing on unique recipes and community events within its taproom space.

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14 S Main St, Medford, New Jersey, 08055-2414

Phone: 6099759532

Website: http://www.lowerforge.com

Hours: Thu Noon – 9:00 PM Fri Noon – 9:00 PM Sat Noon – 9:00 PM Sun Noon – 5:00 PM

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Lower Forge Brewery.

Beer Styles at Lower Forge Brewery

Lower Forge Brewery brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes European wheat ale, Cranberry wheat ale, Hard Seltzer, German Radler, Belgian farmhouse ale, American IPA, and IPA. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Thursday Night Trivia

    Sep 16, 2026

    Join us every Thursday at Lower Forge Brewery for themed trivia nights, except on the 3rd Thursday which features Food Truck Thursdays. Bring your team of up to 8, enjoy beer samp…

  • Medford Oktoberfest Stage and Event Schedule

    Sep 18, 2026

    A day full of music performances, contests, and activities at the Archer & Greiner Musik Garten and various stages starting with trivia, folk band beche, and the powerhouse band J…

  • LOWER FORGE TRIVIA OPENS

    Sep 18, 2026

    Lower Forge Brewery presents a special themed trivia contest played on your phone for a chance to win prizes. Top players face off live at the ArcherLaw Gazebo Stage in case of a…

  • Mini Golf at Golf Gazebo

    Sep 18, 2026

    Mini-Golf To-Go portable miniature golf course available for play at the Golf Gazebo all evening, providing a fun and energetic golfing experience.

  • Magnify Bratwurst Eating Contest

    Sep 18, 2026

    A competitive bratwurst eating contest held on the Competition Stage at Archer & Greiner Musik Garten.

  • beche Performance

    Sep 18, 2026

    Brooklyn-based indie folk band beche performing at the Cornerstone PEO Stage with their critically acclaimed debut EP 'Like Dancers'.

  • KING'S ROAD BREWING CO. STEINHOLDING CONTEST

    Sep 18, 2026

    A Bavarian test of strength steinholding contest hosted by King's Road Brewing Company at the Beer Tent Stage. Register on site for $20, keep your stein and beer, and compete for…

  • Juice Performance

    Sep 18, 2026

    Juice, a genre-bending band mixing pop, rock, hip-hop, and more, performing on the Cornerstone PEO Main Stage for a night of feel-good energy and dynamic sound.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lower Forge Brewery located?
Lower Forge Brewery is located at 14 S Main St, Medford, New Jersey, 08055-2414. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Lower Forge Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: Thu Noon – 9:00 PM Fri Noon – 9:00 PM Sat Noon – 9:00 PM Sun Noon – 5:00 PM. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Lower Forge Brewery?
Visit http://www.lowerforge.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.